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Breastplate from a Set of "Four Mirrors" (me long bzhi)

15th–17th century
Not on view

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Breastplate from a Set of "Four Mirrors" (me long bzhi)
  • Date: 15th–17th century
  • Culture: possibly Mongolian or Central Asian
  • Medium: Iron, gold, silver, leather
  • Dimensions: Diam. 8 5/8 in. (21.9 cm); D. 1 1/4 in. (3.2 cm); Wt. 1 lb. 12.3 oz. (802.3 g)
  • Classification: Armor Parts-Breastplates
  • Credit Line: Purchase, Rogers Fund and Funds from Various Donors, 2002
  • Object Number: 2002.499
  • Curatorial Department: Arms and Armor

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